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61 13... Crimping Micro Quadlock System contacts (MQS)

Special tools required: 

To crimp MPQ contacts, use hand pliers 61 4 321 (1) in conjunction with crimping head 61 4 324 (2) from crimping set 61 4 320 .

NOTE: Hand pliers (1) open automatically until limit position when handles are pressed together.
Fig 1: Crimping MPQ Contacts Using Pliers (61 4 321)
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Open hand pliers (1).

Fold up contact carrier (2).

Insert MQS contact (3) in contact carrier (2).

Fold back contact carrier (2).

Fig 2: Identifying Hand Plier, Contact Carrier And MQS Contact
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NOTE: Follow procedure for CUTTING AND STRIPPING INSULATION  from cables.

Close hand pliers (1) one notch.

Insert stripped cable (2).

Close hand pliers (1) fully.

Fig 3: Inserting Stripped Cable
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Open hand pliers (1).

Open contact carrier (2) gently and carefully remove MQS contact.

IMPORTANT: Check contact for correct crimping.
Fig 4: Opening Contact Carrier
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